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Ballarat North - Invermay has an estimated 15,259 residents, up from 14,750 at the 2021 Census — a change of 509 people, or 3.5%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years. 199 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 209 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to calculations by AreaSearch, the population of Ballarat North - Invermay stands at approximately 15,259 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 509 residents (3.5%) relative to the 14,750 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. The fluctuation is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 15,204 alongside 199 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. This population size results in a density of 208 persons per square kilometer, which indicates low density and potential for future expansion. The 3.5% post-census growth rate for Ballarat North - Invermay is within 0.8 percentage points of the Rest of Vic.
(4.3%), showcasing solid local growth dynamics. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth, accounting for roughly 54.0% of the overall population rise in recent times. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024, using 2022 as a baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch incorporates the 2023 Regional/LGA projections from the VIC State Government, adjusting them via weighted aggregation of population expansion from the LGA to the SA2 level. The age bracket growth rates derived from these aggregations are applied to all regions for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Future demographic forecasts point to substantial growth that places the area in the top quartile of regional areas nationwide, with an estimated addition of 4,230 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a 27.4% overall increase over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
343 new dwellings have been approved in Ballarat North - Invermay over the past five years, an average of 68 a year. That places the area in the 53rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 46 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 91% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 54, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential approvals in Ballarat North - Invermay average approximately 68 new dwellings annually, totaling 343 approvals during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 50 registered during FY-26 so far. With an average of 1.5 new residents per new dwelling over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand and supply appear balanced, promoting market stability. The average value of these new builds is $364,000, which is slightly higher than the regional average and suggests a focus on quality builds. Commercial approvals stand at $2.9 million for the current financial year, highlighting that the locality remains predominantly residential.
In comparison to the Rest of Vic., Ballarat North - Invermay exhibits a low rate of construction, sitting 61.0% below the regional per capita average. This limited addition of new housing stock generally supports demand and asset values for established homes. Houses make up 91.0% of recent construction, while medium and high-density options account for 9.0%, preserving the low-density profile of the neighborhood and its appeal to families wanting space. A quiet development landscape is highlighted by the ratio of 406 people residing in the area for every single residential approval. Based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch, Ballarat North - Invermay is projected to grow by 4,175 residents by 2041. With the current pace of construction, housing supply may lag behind this population influx, which could intensify competition among buyers and upward pressure on property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Ballarat North - Invermay
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Ballarat North - Invermay, worth an estimated $5.13 billion. A further 101 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $11.6 billion. 33 are already under construction and 39 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major planning developments, and new initiatives significantly shape area performance. AreaSearch has identified 33 projects that are expected to impact the local community. Key developments include the La Trobe Street Saleyards Redevelopment, the Central Neighbourhood Activity Centre Ballarat North, the Ballarat Major Events Precinct Upgrades, and the Ballarat Station Upgrade, with details provided below for the most relevant projects.
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Western Renewables Link
Proposed 190km overhead 500kV double-circuit high-voltage electricity transmission line from Bulgana in western Victoria to Sydenham in Melbourne's north-west. Developed by AusNet on behalf of AEMO, the line will carry over 3GW of renewable energy - enough to power more than one million homes. The Environment Effects Statement (EES) public exhibition closed August 2025, followed by an independent Inquiry and Advisory Committee (IAC) hearing that ran from October 2025 to March 2026. The IAC is now preparing its report for the Minister for Planning.In December 2025, AusNet awarded the construction contract (AUD$1.6B) to the ACCIONA Genus Joint Venture, subject to receipt of all necessary state and federal planning approvals. Construction is now targeted for completion in Q4 2029.
Vista Estate, Brown Hill
A 95-lot masterplanned residential land estate in Brown Hill near Ballarat featuring spacious allotments ranging from 800 to 1,476 sqm. Located in close proximity to Kirks Reservoir, Gong Gong Reservoir, and the Western Freeway.
Central Neighbourhood Activity Centre Ballarat North
A core component of the Ballarat North Precinct Structure Plan (PSP), this Neighbourhood Activity Centre (NAC) is designed to serve a future community of approximately 5,600 households. The centre is planned to support 8,000-12,000 sqm of supermarket floorspace, providing for two to three full-line supermarkets. The broader precinct development includes two government primary schools, a government secondary school, two sporting reserves, and a local convenience centre to support a projected population of up to 19,000 residents.
Ballarat North Precinct Structure Plan
The Ballarat North Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) is a comprehensive strategic framework for developing Ballarat's Northern Growth Area, covering 832 hectares. As of February 2026, the project is under assessment by a Standing Advisory Committee, with a directions hearing held on 13 February 2026 and public hearings scheduled for March 2026. The plan will facilitate approximately 5,600 new dwellings for 15,000 residents and includes a major Neighbourhood Activity Centre, a local convenience centre, two government primary schools, and one secondary school.Significant infrastructure includes road upgrades to Gillies Road and Midland Highway, a new bridge over Burrumbeet Creek at Cummins Road, and extensive conservation of the native vegetation precinct.
Ballarat Major Events Precinct Upgrades
The Ballarat Major Events Precinct project involves a major redevelopment of Mars Stadium and the surrounding Eureka Sports Precinct in Wendouree. Delivered by Development Victoria in partnership with the City of Ballarat and Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation, the project includes 5,000 new permanent seats at Mars Stadium (increasing total capacity to 10,000) and a new Ballarat Regional Athletics Centre on the former showgrounds site with a synthetic track, pavilion, and light towers. It also features accessibility improvements, water-sensitive urban design, and extensive landscaping.The design highlights a structural timber roof and Wadawurrung-inspired brickwork patterning. Construction is underway and expected to be completed in late 2026.
Ballarat Base Hospital Redevelopment
The $655 million Ballarat Base Hospital Redevelopment is in its third and final stage, building a new seven-level hospital tower delivered by Built in partnership with the Victorian Health Building Authority and Grampians Health. The tower will include a new main entrance off Sturt Street, a new emergency department with an integrated mental health, alcohol and other drugs hub, a women and children's hub, a state-of-the-art operating theatre suite, an expanded critical care floor, a new helipad, and around 100 extra inpatient and short stay beds.As of late 2025, structural works on the new tower are well advanced, with vertical concrete pours progressing and four tower cranes operating on site. Earlier stages have already delivered a six-storey central energy plant and support services building on Drummond Street, and an expanded multi-deck carpark adding 400 spaces. Once complete, the upgraded hospital will treat at least 18,000 more emergency patients and 14,500 additional inpatients per year, supporting around 4,000 extra surgeries annually. The project is on track for completion in 2027.
X'Trapolis 2.0 Trains
The project involves the delivery of 25 new X'Trapolis 2.0 trains for Melbourne's metropolitan network to boost reliability, accommodate additional future services, and enable the retirement of ageing trains by 2030. It includes upgrades to the Craigieburn Train Maintenance Facility for housing and maintaining the new trains. The project mandates 60% local manufacturing at Alstom's Ballarat facility.
Ballarat Station Upgrade
A $31 million upgrade delivering an accessible pedestrian overpass with lifts and stairs to each platform, improved northern station entrance with ramps and automatic doors, upgraded lighting and tactile indicators. The project improves accessibility, safety and connectivity for the 1,750 daily passengers while preserving the heritage-listed station building.
8,106 residents of Ballarat North - Invermay are employed, from a labour force of 8,338. Unemployment sits at 2.8%, with participation at 67.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 12,313, about 81% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce in Ballarat North - Invermay is highly educated with strong representation in key service sectors, an unemployment rate of only 2.8%, and stable employment patterns over the past year. Employed residents numbered 8,106 as of March 2026, with the unemployment rate sitting 0.9 percentage points lower than the 3.7% recorded in Regional Vic. Furthermore, the workforce participation rate of 67.2% is considerably higher than the Regional Vic. average of 61.1%. According to Census data, a modest 20.8% of employed locals worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.
Local employment is largely concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. The area shows a high concentration of jobs in education & training, with its share of employment running 1.5 times the regional rate. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 1.3% of the workforce, compared to the regional average of 7.5%. The relationship between the resident workforce and locally available positions suggests that local employment options within the area are limited. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics indicates that during the 12 months ending March 2026, the local labor force grew by 0.4% while total employment fell by 0.3%, resulting in a 0.6 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Regional Vic. recorded a 0.1% decline in employment and a 0.3% contraction in the labor force, with its unemployment rate dropping by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future workforce demands in Ballarat North - Invermay. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local industry mix to estimate future employment trends. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sector growth rates vary. Applying these trends to the local employment structure suggests Ballarat North - Invermay could see employment growth of 6.7% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, though this is a simple weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Ballarat North - Invermay is $1,644 a week (about $85,000 a year), with median personal income at $837 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,472 a year against an average of $69,399. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023, personal incomes in the Ballarat North - Invermay SA2 are slightly above the national average. The median income for local taxpayers is $54,472, while the average income is $69,399, compared to $50,954 and $62,728 respectively for Regional Vic. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 stand at approximately $59,712 for median income and $76,075 for average income. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and personal incomes cluster around the 50th percentile nationally.
The largest income bracket consists of 31.2% of residents (4,760 individuals) earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which is similar to the wider region where this group makes up 30.3%. Housing costs consume a manageable portion of earnings, with 87.2% of income retained, though disposable income is below average at the 48th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 6th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Ballarat North - Invermay had 5,863 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 88% detached houses and 1% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,560 a month. Rent absorbs 18.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in Ballarat North - Invermay consisted of 88.3% separate houses and 11.6% semi-detached, apartment, or other dwelling types, compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings in Regional Vic. The home ownership rate was 37.0%, slightly lower than the Regional Vic. average, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgagors (36.7%) or tenants (26.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,560 was higher than the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, and the median weekly rent of $300 was also above the regional average of $285.
In a national context, mortgage payments in Ballarat North - Invermay are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Ballarat North - Invermay counted 5,863 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the majority of local households at 67.2%, which includes couples with children at 29.5%, couples without children at 27.7%, and single-parent households at 9.3%. Non-family households account for 32.8% of the total, with single-person households at 29.4% and group households at 3.2%. The median household size of 2.4 residents aligns with the average for Regional Vic.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
31.2% of adults in Ballarat North - Invermay hold a university qualification, including 19.9% with a bachelor degree and 6.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 21.7% hold a vocational qualification. 8 schools serve the area, with 1,321 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,014 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The educational profile of the area is distinct within the region, with university qualification rates at 31.2% of residents aged 15 and over, exceeding the Rest of Vic. average of 21.7% and the SA4 regional average of 24.6%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 19.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 6.7% and graduate diplomas at 4.6%. Vocational and technical training is also common, with 32.8% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualification credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.1% and certificates at 21.7%. There is a high rate of educational enrollment in the community, with 28.1% of the population attending school or university.
This comprises 10.0% enrolled in primary schools, 7.5% in secondary schools, and 4.6% attending tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Ballarat North - Invermay reaches 65 stops on 27 routes, timetabled for about 3,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 300 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of public transport reveals 65 active stops operating in Ballarat North - Invermay, including train services. These stops are served by 27 distinct routes, which accommodate 3,346 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 299 meters from the closest stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most commuters travel out of the suburb, and private cars remain the primary mode of transport at 94%. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles. According to the 2021 Census, 20.8% of residents worked from home, which may reflect pandemic conditions.
Service frequency across all routes averages 478 trips per day, which translates to approximately 51 weekly departures per stop.
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64.4% of residents in Ballarat North - Invermay report no long-term health condition. 6.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators are positive for residents in Ballarat North - Invermay, with analysis by AreaSearch showing mortality rates and medical conditions that generally align with national averages. The prevalence of common conditions is low in the general population, although it is higher among older, at-risk groups. Private health insurance coverage is slightly higher than the SA2 average, with approximately 54% of the population (~8,224 people) covered, compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most common medical issues reported, affecting 10.1% and 9.2% of the population respectively.
Meanwhile, 64.4% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic. Chronic health conditions are more prevalent than average among working-age residents. Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.6% of the population (2,995 people), which is lower than the Regional Vic. average of 23.9%. Health outcomes for seniors present some challenges and rank lower nationally than for the younger population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Ballarat North - Invermay is largely Australian-born, at 90.4% of residents, with 4.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.5%) and Australian (27.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Ballarat North - Invermay exhibits a lower degree of cultural diversity than average, with 90.4% of the population born in Australia, 92.9% holding citizenship, and 95.1% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 49.7% of the population, compared to 47.3% across Regional Vic. Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are English (31.5%), Australian (27.0%), and Irish (13.0%). Certain other ancestries show higher representation here than in the wider region, with Scottish ancestry at 10.0% of the population (compared to 8.8% regionally), Dutch at 2.0% (compared to 1.7%), and Maltese at 0.5% (matching the regional average of 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Ballarat North - Invermay is 41. 23.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 41 years in Ballarat North - Invermay is slightly below the Regional Vic. average of 43 years, but higher than the national median of 38 years. The 35 - 44 age bracket is well represented at 14.0% of the population compared to Regional Vic., while the 65 - 74 age group is less common at 10.6%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 35 to 44 age group increased its share from 13.0% to 14.0%, while the 55 to 64 cohort declined from 13.1% to 11.9%. Demographic models suggest the age structure will shift by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age bracket projected to grow by 62%, adding 1,205 residents to reach 3,136, while the 55 to 64 group is expected to grow by only 7% (adding 125 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Ballarat North - Invermay
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 7 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 199 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (14,750 at the 2021 Census → 15,259 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (201011482). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.